NLU Delhi Partners with Mentblue for Strategic Contract Drafting Course
In today’s competitive legal landscape, the ability to draft and negotiate robust contracts is invaluable. Recognizing this necessity, the National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) has collaborated with Mentblue to offer a Certificate Course in Contract and Commercial Drafting: Strategy and Negotiation. This course is part of ‘The Practice Series,’ a specialized program aimed at equipping legal professionals with practical skills directly applicable within Tier 1 law firms.
Course Overview
Launching on July 11, 2026, the course will provide comprehensive training on drafting contracts, managing negotiations, and handling commercial pressures. The curriculum spans the entire contract lifecycle, from term sheets to enforcement, with a focus on real-world applications rather than theoretical concepts.
Why Choose This Course?
Participants will benefit from the expertise of a practitioner-led faculty, including partners and senior practitioners from prominent law firms such as Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, Khaitan and Co., JSA Advocates and Solicitors, Saraf and Partners, and CMS IndusLaw. Unlike traditional academic approaches, this course emphasizes practical experience through the dissection of over 30 production-grade documents across various legal domains, including M&A, technology, banking, media, and more.
Modules and Learning Outcomes
The course is structured into six detailed modules, covering foundational drafting skills, the anatomy of contracts, and specific commercial agreements across multiple sectors. Participants will engage in drafting scenarios using real Indian commercial contracts, annotated agreements, and negotiation position notes. Additionally, two dedicated assignment workshops will provide hands-on experience, culminating in a session on career opportunities, the role of AI in drafting, and freelancing.
Distinguished Faculty
The course will be led by notable legal experts, including Ashoo Gupta (Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas), Arva Merchant (Partner, Khaitan and Co.), and many others. These instructors bring a wealth of practical knowledge and industry experience, ensuring that participants gain insights directly applicable to their professional pursuits.
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Program Details
The course will consist of 20 live online sessions spread across six modules, held on weekends to accommodate working professionals. Sessions are scheduled for Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 AM IST, with six-month recording access provided for flexibility. The course fee is ₹15,000, with EMI options available, and requires a minimum attendance of 75% and completion of drafting assignments for certification.
Eligibility and Registration
This course is designed for law students, advocates, law firm associates, in-house counsel, and professionals from related fields. A minimum qualification of a bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a recognized program is required. Interested individuals can register at mentblue.com/courses or contact support via email at support@mentblue.com or phone at +91 92896 57727 / +91 96256 19518.
